Ancient Roman Silver Antoninianus of Gordian III (243–244 AD) – Fortuna Reverse – RIC 143 An authentic Herodian terracotta cooking

An authentic Herodian terracotta cooking pot dating to the Early Roman period

with a wreath in the left field

making it a superb display piece for collectors of ancient Roman glass

Provenance: Ex Robert Hill-Butcher Collection

Ancient Roman Silver Antoninianus of Gordian III (243–244 AD) – Fortuna Reverse – RIC 143 An authentic Herodian terracotta cookingRoman Imperial silver antoninianus struck under Emperor Gordian III at Rome, circa 243244 AD. The obverse features a radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Gordian III facing right with the legend IMP GORDIANVS PIVS FEL AVG. The reverse depicts Fortuna seated left, holding a rudder set on the ground in her right hand and a cornucopia in her left, with a wheel beneath the seat. Legend reads FORT REDVX, symbolizing safe return and divine guidance. Well